I forgot the name of this road, somewhere after Chinatown. I gawked when it drove in and stopped opposite from where we were. It's a frigging limo in SG!!! And this time a real one, not the white Mercedes cab that they call "limo".
Showing posts with label Gerekz. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gerekz. Show all posts
Monday, November 17, 2008
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Memories of the red bricks

(source: timesofmylife.wordpress.com)
It used to be known as the Red Brick Library to many who visited it. It was the Motherhouse of Books, only cos it was the National Library since the 60s. I used to go there with my family. It was located next to the National Museum. It was always such a thrill going there. Recently, it was demolished. The kopitiam, that I went to after visiting the library just a short walk away at the corner of the road too was taken away to build the Fort Canning Tunnel.
The road that used to be in front of the library is now replaced by grass, pavements, and an SMU building. And in place of the library is now an escalator. As funny as it sounds, but I have proof. The escalator leads up to Fort Canning Hill. I kind of miss going up that slope to the porch of the library.
(what remains of it today, escalator in place of library. on the left, is entrance to Fort Canning Tunnel.)
(a presence marked, and National Museum)
(Escalator on grass)

(up ahead, SMU)
(kopitiam was next to white building)
More history of our National Library (timesofmylife.wordpress.com).
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Worth the watch
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (by David Fincher)
"I was born under unusual circumstances"
Coming out Christmas (US)
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
When big boys move
It's kind of cute. Gary Brolsma is one of the greatest internet celebrities and it all started from harmless fun of moving to the Numa Numa song and uploading it on YouTube. Known as the Numa Numa guy, he runs a website called newnuma.com .
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Apparently
This is what I've learned from watching the lives of a group of boxers.
They're not just a group of dumb dudes going around flailing their arms around trying to knock their opponent out. I mean that's their motive usually but that's not who they are. Like artists, this is their passion. They can 'paint a picture' with their punches. They have to have footwork to move around fast enough.
We were discussing around the room few weeks back. Maybe boxers are good dancers. They move well with their feet. While watching one of the Contender matches, someone behind me shouted "Dance baby, dance!" He's a local boxing trainer, screaming to a fighter in the ring.
If their rhythm is good, they can beat the opponent. Cos some fighters don't really have rhythm and would find it hard to keep up.
Here's a short clip of Ali dancing, since I'm on abit of Ali craze now. But he is indeed the greatest! Watch the legs.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
It's business time!
A duo from New Zealand, Flight of the Conchords, make song and comedy about sex and relationship.
Friday, October 17, 2008
They're coming!

".. Avenue Q is a fabulously furry and fun-filled romp featuring an ensemble of actors and some very adult-minded puppets. It’s ‘Sesame Street’ with a very grown up twist!
You’ll meet Princeton, a fresh-faced college grad, Brian the out-of-work comedian, Internet porn addict Trekkie Monster, Nick the good-hearted slacker, Rod, his investment banker roommate who seems to be hiding a secret, kindergarten teaching assistant Kate Monster, and of course, Lucy the Slut. They get away with things that only puppets can without being arrested.
Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to make it in New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account.. [more info at SISTIC]"
You’ll meet Princeton, a fresh-faced college grad, Brian the out-of-work comedian, Internet porn addict Trekkie Monster, Nick the good-hearted slacker, Rod, his investment banker roommate who seems to be hiding a secret, kindergarten teaching assistant Kate Monster, and of course, Lucy the Slut. They get away with things that only puppets can without being arrested.
Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to make it in New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account.. [more info at SISTIC]"
DATE
30 Oct - 16 Nov 2008
Tues - Fri, 8pm
Sat & Sun, 3 pm & 8 pm
DURATION
Approx. 2 hrs 15 min
INTERVAL
20 mins
VENUE
Esplanade Theatre
Yay yay!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Can I keep you?

It was on clearance sale at $6.95 so I had to get it. I watched it in cinema for my 8th birthday and it made me cry. Casper is such a sad boy. I still don't know how he died. I know he was 12 and he was sick but what kind I dunno.
But he stayed behind instead of 'crossing over' to keep his father company. His father was an inventor, but people thought he was a lunatic cos he claimed he was haunted by the ghost of his dead son. He built a machine that he thought might be able to bring his son back to life.
The whole movie's accompanied by great music. Especially that sad, sad one at the short moment at the Halloween party where Casper appeared as a real boy and Kat's mother's spirit appeared to visit her father.
Here's "One Last Wish" by James Horner, the same guy who composed music for Titanic. and a video done by a Casper fan. If you love Casper too, enjoy.
Casper - One Last Wish (Secrecys)
Sunday, September 28, 2008
OHMUG
F1 Singapore Grand Prix Preview - ESPN
I have to admit, we looked pretty good on TV with the lit up circuit. It looked like we were glowing. The race was awesome. I've never watched F1 before. And oh that drama of poor Felipe Massa of Ferrari who was in the lead, entered the pit stop but sped off before the refuelling hose was removed. He drove a good length of the pit lane before stopping, and was forced to wait for the mechanics to run over to remove the hose.
He was signalled with a green light, thus the quick exit. But the poor mechanic who was holding onto the hose got tugged and left with a neck brace. Massa ended with 13th placing. But what a spectacle, phoo.
Hello world.

And he's off!

Top view

Winner Renault's Fernando Alonso (ESPN)
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Life's a beef and we love it
Though I'm trying not to consume it too much just thinking of all those cute, chubby cows. But I have to admit, the Thaksin Beef Noodles at Seah Im are undeniably good. Contains no MSG and pretty refreshing taste. And Raya's approaching. So them Deng Dengs (above) are a "must" once a year.
I realise Raya becomes more special for me when I reserve my stomach for most of the default Raya food like Lontong, sambal goreng, kueh tart. And for alot of us, homemade is always best. Cooked the way we know and like it to be by the hands of our mothers. With a special ingredient called love. i miss mum.
Which reminds me, we dropped by Geylang again last weekend to look for that nice baju kurung we saw on our first trip. It was grey with maroon red Roses all over. Was like one of those old, kampung style kurungs cos I'm so sick of all the funky new ones. There's no nice new ones this year, Second Chance disappointed me. I'll prolly wear one of the old ones. The relatives won't tell cos I rarely wear baju kurung anyway.
Being at Frameworks has been great so far. I met the nicest bunch of people to work with.
I started seeing the difference between interning at a production house and post- house. And I'm kinda glad I started at a production house first. I'm just thinking to myself it could be worse. But hey, everything's a learning process anyway. No matter where I landed I'd try and be happy with it anyway.
Trying to love something you've never loved before can lead to interesting discoveries. Life's a beef, I love it, and my McDelivery is on its way now hooray!
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Serene Saturday
Sleeping in during the morning. Playing with the baby when awake. Taking a bath and get ready to meet a loved one. Can't help but smile. Don't forget the player that plays the soundtrack to your life and keeps your lonesome self company on the way.
Met. Heading down to Bugis, take a walk around Bugis Junction. Walk down to Arab Street. Oh bazaar bazaar! Amazing how food brings people together. Taking in the smells, the sights, the celebration of people being there with the same purpose.
FOOD, FOOD GALORE!
Nasi padang, to peanut pancakes, to kuih-muihs, beef and chicken kebabs, ramly burgers, hotdogs, fishballs, vadai, kurma, nasi briyani, air katira, air bandung, and MORE.
I used to hate crowds like these when younger. But now I kind of like it. Watching people moving, people queueing, people craning their necks to see whats on display, vendors moving at the speed of light to serve customers quick, children running around. To me it means, HARI RAYA IS COMING!!! And I'm not in it for the money even. It just seems like a nice festivity bringing people together.
So we bought kebabs, some kuihs, peanut pancakes, a bottle of Hershey kisses, air katira and water bottles, found a quiet, serene place to sit. Laid out the food nice and neatly and waited for azan.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
What the world can't do without
Marine life.
Meet Ray. I wonder what happened to his fin.
(The Hoosiers - 'Worried About Ray'?)
Friday, August 29, 2008
d-d-Disco Era
The clip is from a film called Roll Bounce. A group of neighbourhood boys go to their local rink to skate (and practically rule it) just about everyday till one day it closes from running out of business. Heading to the Sweetwater Roller Rink, they realise their modest talents are not enough.
The tricks and things in the show are wicked. But that's not why I wanna learn inline. Just that free willy feeling of cruising about. That is if I have (or can) learned doing it proper.
Another tribute to them d-d-Disco days! A song originally sung by McFadden & Whitehead - Ain't No Stopping Us Now.
Usher (Disco Ball 2003)
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
I spy my little eye on

Really don't understand what some of the stuff means. But I want to learn inline skating more seriously now. Thanks to my first blading experience (and Lionel), and many bad falls, I started getting the hang of it being able to move on my own.
I want to practice and save up to purchase my first pair so I can leisurely blade around places. Something I wanted to do since I was little. And the dream comes true at 21 yay!
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Death Cab For Cutie in town!

[photo: Nikki Ormerod]
We got top seats at the Concert Hall of the Esplanade. And I do mean all the way at the top on the 4th level (but it's okay cos I didn't pay for the tix. oops! :X). There was this exciting atmosphere surrounding us as everyone started getting into a chatter abt when the band would be out, looking at the DCFC shirt they just purchased, what songs they might sing.
A single ppurple spotlight shone onto the stage illuminating the instruments. Soon darkness fell and everyone screamed. Even me! When I didn't know what was happening at all.
They have arrived!
"Thanks for coming... we didn't think anyone would come at all."
From where we were sitting, the band almost looked like ants. But their presence on stage and the music blaring in the ears was enough to remind us that they were playing a helluva show.
Got to love the way Ben moves. It was like a half shuffle, half sway. He's lost a good amount of weight too. He used to be plumper. Turns out he's vegan and things now. Good for him.
Overall it was a great show, great time, great music, great company. That's all that matters.
PA PAAAA, THIS IS THE SOUND OF SETTLING, PA PAAAA PA PAAAAAA

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